Beer and spirits have more detrimental effects on the waistline and on cardiovascular disease risk than red or white wine - The Conversation

Research has been inconclusive on the degree to which drinking alcohol leads to the growth of harmful fat. But a new study suggests that beer and spirits are far bigger culprits than wine.

The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea Drinking beer and spirits is linked to elevated levels of visceral fat the harmful type of fat that is associated wi… [+3854 chars]

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